EcoDevoSA is the official blog of the San Antonio Economic Development Foundation (SAEDF). EcoDevoSA serves as a public resource for news and information pertaining to the transformative growth of San Antonio's vibrant economy that helps put our community on the map as a premier city for corporate relocation and expansion/economic development opportunities.

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Texas continues to lead the nation in economic development with its fifth win as a recipient of Site Selection Magazine’s Governor’s Cup for 2013. The coveted award honors states that have the most new and expanded corporate facilities, and Texas won on account of 657 qualifying projects.

The projects are measured against one or more of the following criteria including a minimum capital commercial investment of $1 million, if the project created 50 or more new jobs or if the project produced more than 20,000 square feet of new construction.

Texas cities like San Antonio share the four essential attributes that attract and retain new business including business friendly regulations, low taxes, a highly skilled and educated workforce, and an optimal business environment.

The commendable accolade attributes Texas as the best place to grow business and is a nod to the efforts and achievements of organizations such as the San Antonio Economic Development Foundation. In 2013, the SAEDF was responsible for securing new locations and expansions in San Antonio that contributed to the win of the Governor’s Cup including HVHC, Mission Solar Energy LLC, Fresh from Texas and CGI Federal. The success of these projects is an excellent example of the lure of San Antonio’s culture of business, which demonstrates how the public and private sectors work together toward a pro-growth, pro-business environment.